Jeffrey Allen Parker peacefully returned to his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024. His mother Clea Colleen Palmer had six children, with Jeff being the eldest son. His siblings include Leeann (Clint) Kaae, Daniel Parker, Shelly Wright, Denise (Russ) Brenneck and David, (Sarah) Parker. They were later adopted by their stepfather Oscar Derell Parker.
Jeff spent most of his childhood in Cache Valley and graduated from Skyview High School. He married Heidi Stevens and welcomed his first daughter Jennifer (Trent) Black. They later divorced.
He’s always had a patriotic spirit and was honored to sign up for The National Guard.
Jeff met his beloved wife Lisa Allen at Utah State University. They were married and later sealed in the Logan LDS Temple, on Dec. 8, 1979. Together they had five daughters: Becky (Troels) Johansen, Holly Zesiger, Nicki (Lewis) Painter, Jamie (Seth) Price and Michelle (Cameron) Genck. Their only son Dustin sadly passed away from SIDS at 9 weeks old.
Jeff found his niche in car sales and opened up his own business Jeff Parker Car and Truck Country. They moved to St. George, Utah. in the year 2000 and have enjoyed many happy years there. With his loving wife by his side, Jeff fought through many health issues but ultimately lost his battle with diabetes and Parkinson’s Disease.
His wife, children and 25 grandchildren were his greatest blessing, and he always cherished every friendship.
We will never forget the life lessons and legacy he left us.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, Jan. 11, at 1 p.m. at the Metcalf Mortuary, 288 W St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah. A viewing will be held Thursday prior to services from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the mortuary. The dedication of the grave will be held at the Millville/Nibley Cemetery on Friday, Jan. 12, at noon.
Arrangements are under the care of Metcalf Mortuary, (435) 673-4221. Visit the Metcalf Mortuary website for condolences, complete obituary and funeral listings.